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Is there a such thing as cheap cigar that actually tastes good? Of course! While cheap cigars may not be your goal, that doesn’t mean you will have to break the bank. By cheap, we mean affordable, cigars that don’t cost an arm and a leg. And there is definitely no shortage of those.
Everyone with a good pair of leather work boots has considered using Sno-Seal, or at least heard of it. It’s a well-known and reliable waterproof treatment for leather shoes that’s been around for decades, and it works. You can grab it at virtually any old-time shoe shop and or traditional sporting good store.
Trying to find the perfect frequent flyer gear? We've narrowed down a few of our favorites that we couldn't live without when catching frequent flights and taking weekend jaunts. From the rare affordable luggage to portable espresso to keep you fresh and alert, here are a few travel gift ideas to get you started.
Ecco is releasing the EXOSTRIKE, a Dyneema Leather Boot they’re billing as using the “World’s Toughest Leather.” We see brands make big claims like that all the time, so we’re always ready to do a bit of investigating and see how their claims stack up.
You don’t want to be sitting in a tight, uncomfortable suit for several hours, only to get up and head to work or a meeting with wrinkles and creases all over it. And you certainly don’t want to sweat through it as you head to gate. That’s where travel suits come in. Grab one of these, pair it with some smart, functional luggage, and you'll be traveling in pure crease-free comfort. Here are some of the best travel suits that will suit your constantly on-the-go lifestyle.
We’re always on the lookout for ways to cut down on weight and superfluous gear, but we'd never thought of this…The PurTek does something brilliant, but almost so easy we wonder why we hadn't seen it before: it combines a water filter and hiking pole into one piece of kit.
Like kayaking? So do we. Kayaking on open water – whether a lake, river or the open ocean –is probably one of most sublime experiences known to man. Just you, the water – and the kayak you’re sitting in. Or maybe you’re an adrenaline junkie and see kayaking as one of the most thrilling experiences known to man – in which case you’ll probably lean towards a faster, slimmer, sleeker kayak for racing down river.
We’ve all been there; you need a place to put down your cigar, without dropping ash all over the place or burning a hole in your tabletop.
Deep within the heart of Texas, in Hill Country, is the town of Dripping Springs, where the Kooper Family Whiskey Company makes one of the best rye whiskeys you’ve probably never heard of.
Packing food for overnight backpacking trips can be a challenge. How much food do you bring? How do you keep it fresh and prevent spoilage? And how much does it weigh? And let’s not even get started on thru-hiking, when you sometimes need to carry weeks’ worth of food all at once…
Steger claims the Mukluks they make the warmest boots in the world. Is it true?
If you’ve ever felt the need to drop $900 on a bike for your 4-year old, the Strider 12 ST-R will definitely do the job; it’s a limited-edition bike made from carbon fiber, with a Cane Creek AER headset, Carbon Fiber fork and steerer, a custom-forged alloy stem, 12” carbon fiber rims and Schwalbe Big Apple tires.
We all know how awesome cast iron cookware is (right?). But carbon steel cookware has yet to really catch on – at least in-home kitchens. They’re already somewhat popular in restaurants and commercial kitchens, but few home cooking enthusiasts have yet to make in the investment in some new carbon steel skillets or pots.
Sort of. Knowing proper first aid is an essential outdoor skill. You need to be able clean and dress wounds and other injuries when medical attention can’t get to you, and in some cases, that could even require giving yourself stitches. A chore, which, to put it mildly, absolutely sucks. ZipStitch can make it easier.
If you’re into coffee, you’ve likely heard of the Chemex. But what’s so special about this pour-over maker, and why does it continue to be one of the most popular out there?
If you haven’t yet upgraded from your regular camping utensils to an all-in-one spork or something similar, what are you waiting for? Having everything you need to eat in one tool saves a good amount of room and weight in your pack and can make your life on the trail just a little bit easier.
Unlike spirits, which can last years after opening without losing much flavor, wine goes bad relatively quickly. Sure, it will still be safe to drink for years, but opened wine will start to oxidize and slowly lose its flavor within a few days.
Making the switch to a pellet grill is one way to instantly up your grilling or smoking game, while also effectively streamlining the process and making it a lot simpler; Pellets burn smoother, cleaner and more reliably than charcoal or wood, and are easier to work with – while still imparting a distinctly wood smoke flavor.
Many coffee aficionados consider pour over the king of coffeemaking methods. French Press often makes a claim, yes – but pour over makes a lighter and less bitter cup that is less likely to be burnt to ruined.
For a lot of us, there really is no better pocket knife or multitool than the Swiss Army Knife. It’s the original, and sometimes, the original is the best. But if the trusty Swiss Army Knife with a dozen functions in your pocket just isn’t quite doing it for you, you may want to check out the Swiss Champ XAVT
With a name like TinCup, you know this stuff must have some real Old West flavor. Distilled high in Denver, just feet from the Rocky Mountains, TinCup American Whiskey is named after the town of Tincup, Colorado – an old mining town in Gunnison, Colorado, on the Western Slope of the Rockies.
Carrying a camera on a strap can be somewhat awkward and uncomfortable on the trails if it’s swinging around and knocking into things. Sticking your camera in your pack, however, makes it hard to access when you need it – meaning you’ll miss great shots and those perfect moments.